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hello, world. my name is ilene (aka illy). this is my blog where i like to write about life, laughter and the pursuit of real happiness. creamer with a pinch of coffee, songs played on repeat, red velvet cupcake with cream cheese frosting, and reading into the hours of the night top my list of favorite things. and life. i am a follower of Jesus and i love life.

[maybe, just maybe "Shutter Island" - i told Ryan 'maybe' because i am so scared...but everyone is telling me that it's not a horror movie - but the preview def. looked like a horror movie so we'll see if i give in. plus we'd go in the daytime so i wouldn't be as afraid. gaaaah.]

6. a joann run 'cause i still need to get my sewing machine fixed and i'm always in 'need' of more art supplies

7. target (or walgreens)-run 'cause ryan and i want to put a 'mommy-pacakge' together for Caris (the Redemption Project at our church)